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HORNADY 546566 SERIES 2 F.L. 3 DIE SET 45-70 GOVERNMENT (STEEL)
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SKU: 546566-090255565669
Overview
Built for handloaders working with 45-70 Government, this three-die set provides the core tools needed for full-length sizing, expanding, and seating in one package. The full-length sizer uses Hornady’s Zip Spindle design to help keep adjustments secure, while the seating die includes a floating alignment sleeve and seating stem intended to support more consistent bullet alignment. It also includes a built-in crimper, seater adjustment screw, and locking retainer spring, with the shellholder sold separately. This set suits reloaders who want a straightforward setup for loading this cartridge with Hornady’s Custom Grade New Dimension system.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Includes Full
Length sizer, expander, and seater
Zip Spindle
Design helps reduce spindle slippage
Floating Bullet
Seater alignment sleeve supports bullet-to-case
Seating Die
Includes a built-in crimper and
Shellholder Sold
Your preferred shellholder
Key Features
- Custom Grade New Dimension 3-die set for 45-70 Government reloading
- Includes full length sizer die, expander die, and seater die
- Full length sizer die uses a Zip Spindle to help prevent spindle slippage
- Seater die includes a floating bullet seater alignment sleeve and seating stem
- Seating die features a seater adjustment screw, built-in crimper, and locking retainer spring
- Shellholder sold separately
Best Used For
- Handloaders setting up .45-70 Government ammunition with a full three-die rifle die set.
- Reloaders who want a full-length sizing, expanding, and seating setup in one package.
- Users who prefer a seating die with alignment sleeve and built-in crimping features.
- Shooters needing a shellholder-compatible die set for bench reloading workflows.
- Reloaders maintaining Hornady Custom Grade New Dimension equipment and accessories.
Specifications
| Built In Crimper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cartridge | 45-70 Government |
| Country Of Origin | United States Of America |
| Die Set Type | 3-Die Set |
| Expander Die | Included |
| Floating Bullet Seater Alignment Sleeve | Yes |
| Full Length Sizer Die | Included |
| Locking Retainer Spring | Yes |
| Material | Steel |
| Model Number | 546566 |
| Seater Adjustment Screw | Yes |
| Seater Die | Included |
| Seating Stem | Yes |
| Series | Series 2 |
| Shellholder Included | No |
| Shellholder Sold Separately | Yes |
| Warning | This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. |
| Warranty | Hornady's No-Risk Lifetime Warranty |
| Zip Spindle | Yes |
Pros
- Includes full length sizer, expander, and seater dies for 45-70 Government.
- Zip Spindle design helps reduce spindle slippage during die adjustments.
- Floating bullet seater alignment sleeve supports bullet-to-case alignment.
- Seating die includes a built-in crimper and locking retainer spring.
- Shellholder sold separately, allowing setup with your preferred shellholder.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Shellholder is sold separately, so the set is not fully ready to use on its own.
- The seating die includes a built-in crimper, which is useful for some loads but adds an extra adjustment point to setup.
- Hornady recommends using One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant before use, so initial prep is part of the process.
- This is a 3-die set for 45-70 Government; it is purpose-built for that cartridge rather than a broader multi-caliber setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading die sets
- Full-length sizing dies
- Bullet seating dies
- Expander dies
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Shellholder
- Case lubricant
- Honing stone
Frequently Asked Questions
What dies are included in this Hornady 3-die set for .45-70 Government?
The set includes a Custom Grade New Dimension Full Length Sizer Die, Expander Die, and Seater Die.
Does this die set include a shellholder?
No. The product notes state that the shellholder is sold separately and not included.
What features does the sizing die have?
The Full Length Sizer Die features Hornady's Zip Spindle, which uses light threads on the spindle and spindle collet to help eliminate spindle slippage and make spindle lock adjustments easier.
What features does the seating die include?
The seating die is described with a floating bullet seater alignment sleeve and seating stem, plus a seater adjustment screw, built-in crimper, and locking retainer spring.
Is there any warranty information provided for this die set?
Yes. The product description states that it features Hornady's No-Risk Lifetime Warranty, but the specific terms are not provided in the source data.